Preparing Planners: The Role of Graduate Planning Education
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Little is known about the factors influencing the skills that planners utilize in practice. This study draws upon national survey data to identify the factors influencing skill acquisition and use, paying particular attention to the role of graduate planning education. The results of the analysis suggest that those holding a Planning Accreditation Board–accredited planning degree utilize a larger number of skills in practice, particularly skills pertaining to the core domains of planning knowledge. These findings suggest that PAB accreditation plays an important role in shaping the types of planners sought by employers.
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Casey J. Dawkins is an associate professor of Urban Studies and Planning and a research associate with the National Center for Smart Growth at the University of Maryland. His research focuses on residential segregation, housing policy, and planning research methods.
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